How To Fix SECAUDIT156 - Could not delete HMAC key with ident &1

SECAUDIT156 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECAUDIT - Message class for security audit

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Could not delete HMAC key with ident &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECAUDIT156 - Could not delete HMAC key with ident &1 ?

  The SAP error message SECAUDIT156, which states "Could not delete HMAC key with ident &1," typically relates to issues with the deletion of HMAC (Hash-based Message Authentication Code) keys in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Key Not Found: The specified HMAC key identified by the identifier (&1) may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the key may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Key in Use: The HMAC key might be in use by an active session or process, preventing its deletion.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues or constraints that are preventing the deletion of the key.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings related to security or key management could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Key Existence: Check if the HMAC key with the specified identifier actually